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How to get from Hvar to Mostar
There is no direct link from Hvar to Mostar. The usual route is a catamaran from Hvar town to Split, about 1 h, then a bus of about 3 h 30–4 h 30 to Mostar, crossing into Bosnia and Herzegovina. By car, take the ferry from Stari Grad to Split or from Sućuraj to Drvenik and drive.
Best option: Ferry. A catamaran to Split plus a bus is the most frequent public route and avoids needing a car.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ferry Passenger catamaran from Hvar town to Split, then a bus from Split bus station to Mostar | about 1 h by catamaran plus about 3 h 30–4 h 30 by bus | catamarans several a day in summer; buses several a day | about €10–25 catamaran plus about €20–30 bus | Split’s ferry port and bus station are next to each other. Check current timetables. |
| car Car ferry from Sućuraj (eastern Hvar) to Drvenik, then drive via Metković to Mostar; or the Stari Grad–Split car ferry and drive | about 30 min ferry from Sućuraj plus about 2 h by road | car ferry fare plus fuel | Sućuraj is about 2 h by road from Hvar town. Check that your hire car may enter Bosnia and Herzegovina and carry the green card. | |
| bus Organised day tours or private transfers from Split or Makarska to Mostar | about 3–4 h one way | daily in summer | about €50–100 per person | From Hvar you still need the boat to Split first. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Carry your passport; Bosnia and Herzegovina is outside the EU and has full border checks.
- Hvar town has only passenger catamarans; car ferries leave from Stari Grad or Sućuraj.
- Summer border queues near Metković can be long; leave early.
- Mostar uses the convertible mark (KM), though euros are widely accepted.
Common questions
How do I get from Hvar to Mostar without a car?
Take a catamaran from Hvar town to Split, about an hour, then a bus from Split bus station to Mostar, about 3 h 30–4 h 30, including the border. The bus station is next to the ferry port in Split. Plan for about five to six hours in total and check current timetables.
Can I drive from Hvar to Mostar?
Yes. The quickest way is the short car ferry from Sućuraj at the eastern tip of Hvar to Drvenik on the mainland, then about 2 hours via Metković to Mostar. You can also take the car ferry from Stari Grad to Split. Make sure your car insurance covers Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Do I need a passport to go from Hvar to Mostar?
Yes. Bosnia and Herzegovina is not in the EU or the Schengen area, so there are full passport checks at the border. EU citizens can also use a national ID card. Visitors of other nationalities should check whether they need a visa, and keep their passport handy on the bus.
Can I visit Mostar as a day trip from Hvar?
It is not practical. With the boat to Split and the bus or drive into Bosnia and Herzegovina, you would spend about ten hours travelling. Day tours to Mostar start from Split, Makarska or Dubrovnik, so if you want a day trip, base yourself on the mainland for a night.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.